ALDE Statement

ALDE continue to believe that the only way to resolve political differences is through dialogue and compromise. And the basis for such a process must be the rule of law, constitutional order and respect for our fundamental rights.

In this context the vocation of the ALDE Group is European and not national, we remain totally committed to defending our values as enshrined in our European treaties. Equally it is the prerogative of all Member states to organise their internal constitutional and institutional orders as long as they respect the principles enshrined in the treaties. This also includes the principles set out in TUE Article 4.2.